{"id":46629,"date":"2026-04-23T01:36:37","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T17:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=46629"},"modified":"2026-04-23T01:36:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T17:36:37","slug":"yishun-resident-raises-concern-over-void-deck-cluttered-with-fridge-tables-boxes-allegedly-since-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=46629","title":{"rendered":"Yishun resident raises concern over void deck cluttered with fridge, tables &#038; boxes, allegedly since 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>Yishun resident says cluttered void deck area remains uncleared despite reports to town council<\/h2>\n<p>A resident of Block 718 Yishun Street 71 has raised concerns over what he described as the prolonged misuse of a void deck, alleging that the common space has gradually been taken over by personal and commercial items.<\/p>\n<p>Mr Azmin, 29, a chef de partie, told <em>MS News<\/em> that the situation has \u201creached a point of significant concern\u201d after months of little to no action.<\/p>\n<p>Residents have had to navigate around tables, chairs, and even a refrigerator placed within the shared void deck space on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<h3>Area allegedly filled with commercial and household items<\/h3>\n<p>According to Mr Azmin, the void deck now contains a mix of items, including stainless steel preparation tables, industrial refrigerators, fish tanks, plastic crates, styrofoam boxes, jerrycans, and cleaning supplies.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_720676\" style=\"width: 1390px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-720676\" class=\"size-full wp-image-720676 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.02.45.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1380\" height=\"1036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.02.45.png 1380w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.02.45-600x450.png 600w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.02.45-1024x769.png 1024w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.02.45-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.02.45-80x60.png 80w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1380px) 100vw, 1380px\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1380px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1380\/1036;\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-720676\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of Mr Azmin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cWhat began as a few items has evolved into a full-scale encampment that obstructs public space, creates potential fire hazards, and compromises the cleanliness of the estate,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_720677\" style=\"width: 780px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-720677\" class=\"size-full wp-image-720677 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.37.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"1034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.37.png 770w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.37-447x600.png 447w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.37-763x1024.png 763w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.37-112x150.png 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 770px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 770\/1034;\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-720677\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of Mr Azmin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>He added that the situation has been worsening since Sept 2024.<\/p>\n<h3>Fridge allegedly plugged into common power supply<\/h3>\n<p>Mr Azmin also alleged that a refrigerator in the void deck is plugged into a common power supply and used to store alcoholic beverages.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_720678\" style=\"width: 786px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-720678\" class=\"size-full wp-image-720678 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.06.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"776\" height=\"1038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.06.png 776w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.06-449x600.png 449w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.06-766x1024.png 766w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.06-112x150.png 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 776px) 100vw, 776px\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 776px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 776\/1038;\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-720678\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of Mr Azmin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThese items belong to a group of nearby residents who use the area as a late-night gathering spot,\u201d he claimed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey regularly engage in playing cards, smoking, and consuming alcohol, often lasting until midnight or 1am.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He added that the space has effectively been turned into a \u201cprivate lounge\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t<iframe id=\"answers-client-69e90224304c5\" class=\"answers-client\" src=\"\" height=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Hygiene and fire safety concerns raised<\/h3>\n<p>Mr Azmin said residents have also flagged cleanliness issues, including overflowing bins, food waste, and lingering odours in the area.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs seen from the current state, improper disposal of food waste is creating a breeding ground for cockroaches and rodents,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_720679\" style=\"width: 784px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-720679\" class=\"size-full wp-image-720679 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.45.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"774\" height=\"1034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.45.png 774w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.45-449x600.png 449w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.45-767x1024.png 767w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-15.03.45-112x150.png 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 774px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 774\/1034;\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-720679\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of Mr Azmin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>He also highlighted potential fire hazards, noting the presence of flammable materials like styrofoam and cardboard stored near electrical appliances.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis poses a severe fire risk, and in an emergency, these obstructions could hinder evacuation or access for responders,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<h3>Reports allegedly raised but issue persists<\/h3>\n<p>Mr Azmin told <em>MS News<\/em> that despite reports being made to the relevant authorities, including the town council, residents claim the situation remains largely unresolved.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cUnder the Town Council\u2019s by-laws, the storage of items in common areas is strictly prohibited to ensure the safety and comfort of all residents,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He added that another resident, who declined to be named, had described the situation as \u201ca lawless zone\u201d.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_721486\" style=\"width: 1930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-721486\" class=\"wp-image-721486 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-450x600.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-113x150.jpeg 113w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1233-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/2560;\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-721486\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of Mr Azmin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cWe pay our service and conservancy charges, but we can\u2019t even use our own void deck,\u201d the resident allegedly said.<\/p>\n<p>According to Mr Azmin, residents of the block are calling for stronger action, including the removal of the items, the enforcement of common property rules, and more regular monitoring to prevent recurrence.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is time for the authorities to step in and reclaim [the void deck] for its residents.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><em>MS News\u00a0<\/em>reached out to Nee Soon Town Council for more information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/aunties-dancing-loud-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AMK resident upset with aunties \u2018dancing\u2019 to loud music, netizens say no harm since they stop before 10pm<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"Y3tcot8RhH\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mustsharenews.com\/aunties-dancing-loud-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AMK resident upset with aunties \u2018dancing\u2019 to loud music, netizens say no harm since they stop before 10pm<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; 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